Carousel Rice Salad

Combine the cooled cooked rice, grated carrots, sliced celery, and sweet pickle relish in a large mixing bowl.

Season the rice mixture with salt, ground black pepper, and sweet basil, stirring well to distribute the seasonings evenly throughout.

Fold the sour cream into the rice mixture until all ingredients are uniformly coated and well combined.

Taste and adjust seasonings as needed, adding more salt, pepper, or basil if desired.

Arrange lettuce leaves on a serving platter or individual plates to create a bed for the salad.

Spoon the carousel rice salad mixture onto the lettuce leaves and serve chilled or at room temperature.